Ebola DRC: The Deadliest Outbreak in the Country's History [Africanews Today]

The Ebola outbreak currently ravaging the Democratic Republic of the Congo has officially become the deadliest in the country's history. According to the United Nations, the virus is now killing one person every 30 minutes in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Somalia clashes with regional forces over control of key city

Somali national forces clashed with troops loyal to an ousted regional leader on Monday over control of a key city, the government said, accusing him of allying with Islamist insurgents

Former Jozini Mayor Mathe ditches IFP for Jozini Congress

Former Jozini Mayor Mfananaye Mathe has resigned from the IFP and joined Jozini Congress

Learner gives birth in pit toilet at school in Bizana, Eastern Cape

The provincial Education Department has confirmed the incident.

Police arrest relatives in the murder case of a five-year-old girl in Samora Machel

The Daily Lotto results for Monday, 17 August 2026

Today's Daily Lotto jackpot stands at an estimated R350 000. If you want to win your share of the jackpot, you have to play!

March and March slams Ramaphosa's immigration statement

Ngobese-Zuma says the aim is to bring tangible change for South Africans.

Sekhukhune United v Orlando Pirates: Date, kickoff time, venue, MTN8, expected starting 11

Orlando Pirates and Sekhukhune United will do battle in the MTN8 semi-final first leg. The Buccaneers are playing away.

Mel Viljoen weeps in court as Peet is DENIED bail [video]

Mel Viljoen burst into tears inside a Pretoria court room after her husband, Peet Viljoen, was denied bail in his R27m property fraud case...

Daily Lotto results: Monday, 17 August 2026

Tonight's jackpot is an estimated R350 000! Here are your winning Daily Lotto numbers for 17 August 2026.

Zimbabwe boat disaster death toll rises to 92

The exact number of people who were on board is unknown.

MKP, UAT seek to overturn W Cape High Court Impeachment decision

MKP and UAT are seeking leave to appeal the Western Cape High Court's interim interdict

'Save the Cheerleader, Save the World': Remembering Heroes icon Hayden Panettiere

Hayden Panettiere, an actress known for her roles in popular TV series Heroes and Nashville, has died aged 36 on Sunday.

WEATHER: Isolated showers and rain set to hit ONE province

Wondering what the weather will be like this Tuesday– Here's the outlook for KwaZulu-Natal, Free State and North West.

High Court allows state to reopen case in Usindiso Building fire trial

The court has allowed the NPA to reopen the case against Sthembiso Mdlalose, who faces 76 counts of murder and 12 counts of attempted murder.

In case you missed it: Cat Matlala 'hates' Brown Mogotsi | 'Pray for corrupt ANC leaders' | Sahpra recalls hypertension meds

Catch up on the biggest stories of Thursday, 17 August 2026, that you may have missed, in our simple daily news update.

Starlink direct-to-mobile network launched in key Sadc country

Airtel Africa has switched on what it says is Africa's first commercial direct-to-phone satellite service, with Elon Musk's Starlink.

Motsoaledi leads asbestos screening programme in Limpopo

The screening comes after a recent death related to asbestosis in the area.

EFF says moving into second phase of campaigning

EFF says it is moving into the second phase of its campaign ahead of the November elections.

LIVE | SADC Heads of State and Government Summit closing

Official Closing of the 46th ordinary Summit of SADC Heads of State and Government